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CF Foundation Public Policy interns Shannon, Oakey and Erin share highlights from attending Teen Advocacy Day 2015, where 62 teens from across the country traveled to Washington, D.C., to meet with their Representatives and advocate on behalf of their siblings, friends and relatives with CF.
Alexa was my best friend: the class clown, the leader of our wolf pack and the greatest sidekick I could ever have. Every day I spent with her was a blessing. I will cherish our memories until we meet again.
Here's a snapshot of six works we're spotlighting from members of the CF community. Whether they shared their story through writing or through song, their work has been shaped by their experiences of living with CF.
My partner, Jan, was a CF fighter for 50 years. She lived an amazing life and celebrated her lung transplant to the fullest. She passed away a few months ago and I'm honored to keep her fight against CF going strong.
Living with cystic fibrosis, I owe gratitude to the friends, family, and care team members who love me, support me, and make my life easier. Join me in letting those who support you know how much you appreciate them.
Even though nobody close to me had cystic fibrosis, I decided to try to make a difference in the lives of people with CF.
After I was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at the age of 21, I was eventually able to find a way to involve myself in the CF community by doing something I loved -- golfing. Along the way, I met some incredible people who showed me the importance of chasing the moment.
CF Knocked the Shyness Out of Me